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1st Trimester Essentials

March 7th, 2010 · 1st Trimester, Real Style, What to Wear When Your're Expecting

For the most part, you won’t need to buy anything new during the first trimester. But if you must shop (and lets face it, 3 months with out shopping is just silly), look for loose layers and things you can grow into.  Bows, belts, pleats and long scarves help hide any budding bump before you’re ready to break the big news. Try buying one size bigger (as long as it still looks good on you now). These are key wardrobe essentials that you can find anywhere

1. Long, Draped Cardigans (A|Wear, €30 €25)

2. Ruffled, Elastic Waist Tops and Tunics (A|Wear, €30)

3. Thick Leggings (Gap, $19.99 $14.99)

4. Mid-length Jersey Knit Dresses with Empire or Natural Waist and Pleating (ModCloth, $49.99)

5. Loose Waist Dress (ModCloth, $64.99)

6. Long Scarves and Wraps (Old Navy, $12.50)

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Clothes Swap for Haiti

March 4th, 2010 · News, Shop Dublin, Shop Thrift, Style Events

Join Re-Dress (and hopefully me) at the Clothes Swap for Haiti this Sunday, March 7. It’s a great cause and a great way to do a little spring cleaning. I might bring some of my favourite duds that no longer fit my 19week belly!  Be sure to bring some cash for a donation. Free entry. Boys and Girls clothes welcome. Read more about Re-dress

Re-Dress Clothes Swap for Haiti @ Twisted Pepper, Lower Abbey Street (March 7, 2-5pm)

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Put a Ring on It

March 2nd, 2010 · Shop Online

Boys, pay attention: Five Awesome Handmade Engagement Rings from Etsy Under $500 (On Glamour.com, found via @Etsy)

I adore my engagement ring and wedding rings. They have stories behind them and remind me of the long journey we’ve been on. That said, if my ring never existed in the universe I would love this one (and I’m sure my husband would love the $255 price tag!)

(14K Gold Ring ‘Svea’ by Jewler on the Roof, Etsy $255)

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WTWWYE 1st Trimester: Belted Tops

March 2nd, 2010 · 1st Trimester, Real Style, What to Wear When Your're Expecting

♥ Ruffled, elastic high waisted sheer top: Penneys ♥ Crocheted belt: Penneys ♥ Red cardigan: H&M ♥ Navy tank: American Eagle ♥ Jeggings: Dunnes ♥ Boots: Clarkes ♥ Lovely ‘Love’ necklace: Courtesy of Accessorize ♥

@12 weeks ≡ I wore this to a little get together with friends to make our big announcement. Jeggings, as I’ve said before, are a must! They’re much more comfortable than trousers with buttons and zippers and help show off those gams. Ruffled, flouncy shirts will be your best friend in maternity dressing. Pulling a wide belt along the elasticated waist help cinch you in where you’re tiniest. You still won’t need to buy new things yet, but if you must consider getting a size or two bigger than you normally wear (but not so big it swallows you). Long cardigans will also be a necessity as that elastic waist starts getting tighter and tighter.

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WTWWYE-1st Trimester: Drape Sweater & Loose Dress

March 1st, 2010 · 1st Trimester, Real Style, What to Wear When Your're Expecting

♥ Dress: OldNavy ♥ Oatmeal Drape Sweater: Penneys ♥ Felt Flower Broach: Complements of JenLovesKev ♥ Boots: Clarks ♥

@11 weeks ≡ Time to retire those body con dresses to the closet, because by the end of the 1st Trimester you may still look like a million bucks but certainly won’t feel like it. I didn’t at least. I know (by looking at the photos) that I wasn’t really showing at this time, but I felt terrible and tired. The solution, clothes that feel as close to PJs as possible while still looking cute for the office. In this case, my most favourite black jersey dress with an elasticated, natural waist. The loose draping falls over any growing curves. Note on dresses: if you’re getting anything new to last you a few months, make sure it’s not too short to start with. Remember, ever centimeter you grow out is a centimeter the dress goes up.

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WTWWYE-1st Trimester: Wrap Sweater

February 28th, 2010 · 1st Trimester, Real Style, What to Wear When Your're Expecting

Wrap Sweater (1st Trimester)

Grey Wrap Sweatshirt: Gap Body ♥ Super Soft Tee: H&M ♥ Jeggings: Dunnes

@10 Weeks ≡ Okay, so I’m definitely not showing yet to the untrained eye…but to me, I already started to feel uncomfortable in my regular clothes. A comfy sweater/sweatshirt tied around my waist helped me feel more cozy, especially during bouts of morning-afternoon-evening sickness. I quickly moved to jeggings because 1) it was snowing a lot and they fit best in boots and 2) elastic waists are way more comfortable, even with the tiniest growth.

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What to Wear When You’re Expecting: 1st Trimester

February 28th, 2010 · Real Style

A new feature on StyleByNumbers, What to Wear When You’re Expecting. I’m making this up as I go along, and I have no idea what is in store for me!What to Wear in the 1st Trimester on StylebyNumbers.info

The key to the 1st Trimester is comfort and easing into your new body. So many tiny changes are happening, you’ll feel like you’re showing much more than you really are. Depending on how Morning sickness hits you, comfort will be key. Every gal changes at her own pace, but chances are you won’t be growing too much during the first 3 months. If you do need to shop, try loose fitting tops and dresses in one or two sizes larger than you might normally get. Always think ahead–Can you naturally grow into it? Will it be useful post-pregnancy? Will it make you feel lovely?

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StyleByNumbers is Multiplying!

January 23rd, 2010 · News

Oh, hello. I know it has been a month since we last met, but the first 3 weeks of the new year have not been particularly fashion forward for me. What with the Snice (that’s snow+ice), cold weather, moving house, lots of stuff going on at my day job and this…

That’s right! I’m 12 weeks pregnant. The first trimester has been exhausting, which is partly m reason for not blogging lately. I think I’m going to start a new blog for all things baby and will keep this blog focused on my adventures in maternity clothing and what I would wear if I still had a waist line.

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Accessorize Me Outfit No. 3

December 23rd, 2009 · Real Style, Shop Dublin, Shop Online, Shop Thrift, Shop UK

accessorize me outfit no. 3Preppy Pearl Necklace: Courtesy of Accessorize ♥ Oversize Woven Vintage Clutch, Gold: Courtesy of Accessorize ♥ Navy Wool Shift Dress: Thrifted at Dublin Flea ♥ Red Tights: A|Wear ♥ Black Cardigan: Penneys ♥ Long Strand of Pearls: Super old, who knows ♥ Black Courts/Pumps: M&S ♥ Belt: Part of another dress found at Dublin Flea ♥

For a festive mince pie and mulled wine party I decided to break out my two favourite new items from Accessorize, the Oversize Woven Clutch and the preppy pearl necklace. I’ve been in the market for a gold clutch for well over a year, but am very picky. This bag is perfect and I probably would have bought it if I’d seen it first! And the necklace is too cute. I adore little bows and pearls and thought the navy shift would be a perfect match. Since it is the holidays, I added some ruby red tights and added a longer strand of pearls to give it a little more glam.

festive navy shift

preppy pearls

sweater

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Accessorize Me Outfit No. 2

December 22nd, 2009 · Real Style, Shop Dublin, Shop Online, Shop UK

dec-19 polaroid tea cup necklace♥ Tea Time Pendant: Courtesy of Accessorize ♥ Button Up Stripe Dress: Thrifted Goodwill, Capel Street ♥ Blazer: Gap ♥ Skinny Black Patent Belt: Penneys ♥ Jeans: Wallace ♥ Black Ballet Flats: Rocket Dog, Office ♥ Slouchy Gold Bag: Aldo (DTX) ♥ Pink Wool Pashmina: Gift  from MIL ♥ Black Earmuffs: Accessorize (Kildare Village Outlet) ♥

On Saturday morning we were up early for a quick trip to Kildare Village for some last minute Christmas shopping. This was my first trip out there, and I’d heard it was a posh outlet mall so I thought I’d attempt to dress the part. The outfit really centred around the cute tea cup and spoon necklace from Accessorize. Isn’t it adorable. The hubby has taught me the art of a good cup of tea and I love all the Accessorize pendants, so it really is the perfect necklace for me! To play up the classy ladies who lunch look, I wore my thrifty €1 pin stripe dress with a cropped blazer and soft pink pashmina. Nice outfit, but one essential item was missing…a coat! It’s very cold to shop outside in the snow without a coat or socks.

Kildare Klassy

tea time pendant

head to toe

Now, it was only a quick trip to Kildare Village so I may need to take a visit during a comfortably temperatured time period to make a full assessment…but I was slightly underwhelmed. There are some great shops that are either missing or slightly cheaper than the high street (Cath Kitson, Levis) but some places were priced the same as the high street. Guess I just drive too hard a bargain. My only purchase for me was a pair of necessary black earmuffs for €7.50 from Accessorize (note: grey, white or brown were €25, same as the high street) because after all my Christmas shopping, I am…

po-lauren(Po Lauren, get it?)

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